Bankes Arms

Had lunch here again today. Never disappointed. Nothing is ever too much trouble for the staff, plus you get to watch thr fantastic Swanage Railway steam trains roll past the beer garden!

Stopped by for a drink and spot of lunch in a nice little shaded area of the beautiful gardens at the back. The sharing Chacuterie board was lovely and tasty. The staff were very friendly to everyone around as well as just us. I would highly recommend and will certainly be back before the end of our holiday

Another update (seems like my first trip wasn't a one off) Sunday afternoon, it was sunny although the garden wasn't full. There were plenty of staff and nobody eating inside. After 30 minutes and chasing our drinks arrived, another 10 minutes and our sandwiches arrived. One member of staff was apologetic, the others couldn't even be bothered to say anything or make eye contact.

The tables around us were served similarly. Still love the location, but will need persuading to visit again, specially as my bread was starting to go stale (certainly very dry). Update. Been a couple more times since the first review here. Now I say, food is very good, beer is very good, some of the staff very good and some not quite as good. It's also a gorgeous building.

Location is spot on for a meal between train rides or after walking round the village and castle. Originally. It was OK, but nothing more. We went for a pub lunch between getting off the steam train and getting back on again (it's very convenient for the train), although would try somewhere else next time. There was nothing wrong, apart from the staff not really knowing what's going on(but they were both helpful and pleasant), but it just wasn't a lovely pub lunch. Food was warm not hot and just that. The beer was good though.

Arrived without a table booking. They managed to fit us in. Lovely polite and friendly staff and good quality food. All in the most fantastic locations. Highly recommended

We had a lovely meal burgers amazing. Puddings exceptional. The fish was fresh and very tasty. Highly recommended.

Fantastic lunch, delicious food and gorgeous setting. Jenny the waitress absolutely delightful we loved her. Thank you

The staff were absolutely fantastic. The location is beautiful, offering old England at it's finest. I would recommend to to anyone looking for an authentic historical experience to stay at the Bankses Arms.

Popped in for a few drinks with my son. Very warm welcoming place with great staff. The 2 Emma's in particular were very friendly and made me and my son feel welcome. 10 out of 10 from us, will definitely pop in again.

Called in for a couple of ciders with my girlfriend and one of the kids. Very welcoming pub. Lovely pub inside and done out nicely & tastefully for Christmas. Very friendly publican too.

We recently held our wedding at the Bankes Arms and it was everything we could have hoped for. Of course, the venue is absolutely amazing with a wonderful view of the castle and it's perfect to watch the steam trains go by. But more than that, George and the whole team at the Bankes Arms were absolutely phenomenal. The food was amazing, the service was friendly and quick, and it was an absolute pleasure to speak and deal with everyone there.

Everyone made sure that we and our guests had everything we needed and George was incredibly helpful in the run up to the day and organising everything. I would highly recommend the Bankes Arms for any events and just for a visit to have a wonderful meal there or stay in a lovely part of the world. The Bankes Arms gave us the most special day we could have asked for. Thank you!

Eggs Benedict and English tea - match made in foodie heaven! We stopped by this cute little place while waiting for Corfe Castle to open up. The place was empty when we visited and I was a little worried about the kind of food I was about to get. My eggs were yummy though - delicious poached eggs on perfectly pock-marked english muffins and some strong english tea.

The place is steeped in old british history and seems like I stepped into someone's living room from the 1800's really. They are an inn too, so we some patrons come down for breakfast from their rooms during our visit too. I would love to come back!

Lovely comfortable old Inn with good friendly staff and a popular bar for good food and drink. Comfortable room and free wifi too. Good parking, next to the steam railway station and overlooking the village square, so well placed.

This is a very characterful 15th Century Inn and the rooms are appropriately quirky. My single room wasn't en-suite but did have a shower. I was very pleased to find the hotel has free wifi for guests and the real ale in the bar was very well kept. I had a nice starter and a butternut squash and goats cheese risotto in the restaurant and enjoyed the food very much. As this Inn is right in the middle of Corfe it is ideal for exploring the beautiful castle which is just outside the pub and rises over the garden of the inn.

We had a fabulous roast dinner here on Sunday (roast beef, yorkshire pud, roast potatoes, carrots, green beans and wonderful gravy). Very old and atmospheric surroundings. Good view of castle from the garden.